Dillard University, classified by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, as a balanced arts and sciences/professions institution, invites applications for the position of Campus Police Officer. The University is located in the culturally-rich and diverse city of New Orleans, Louisiana.

SUMMARY

Guards and performs duties related to the protection and safety of Dillard University campus including students, personnel and visitors, other University property and other resources and assets against fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Patrols, periodically, buildings and grounds of Dillard University or other University property

Conduct interior and exterior unarmed, uniformed preventative patrols, examines doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secure and locked, if necessary

Warns violators of Dillard University rule infractions , such as loitering, trespassing, or carrying forbidden articles, and apprehends persons engaging in suspicious or criminal acts for possible detention or arrest by NOPD

Inspects equipment, vehicles and machinery to ascertain if tampering has occurred

Prepares, investigates and submits reports and alerts to the Department of Public Safety on shift activities, incidents and other concerns subject to guidelines

Watches for and reports irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and security other building doors unlocked

Records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, and malfunctioning of machinery or equipment

Regulates and records vehicle and pedestrian traffic at DU entrances and exits to maintain orderly flow

Qualifications

GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice or related field preferred; and previous experience preferably in higher education in public safety or security; and Commission or P.O.S.T. certification preferred.

How to Apply

Please submit, electronically, a letter of interest, current resume or vitae, and three (3) professional references to: humanresources@dillard.edu

Dillard University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Individuals who require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act in order to participate in the search process should notify the Office of Human Resources.

Dillard University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran/Reserve/National Guard status and prohibits such discrimination by its students, faculty and staff. Students, faculty and staff are assured of participation in University programs and use of facilities without such discrimination.